Connection, travel, conservation and inspiration are the defining elements of Matty Jim Photography. Central to Matty Jim’s photographic philosophy is connection – The connection between humans, their environment, and each-other. Matty Jim immerses himself in his subject and becomes a part of the environment he is photographing by living in the forest or camping by the ocean. This allows him to fo
llow the natural rhythms specific to each geographic area. His images express this connectedness, through a personal voyage of the Australian landscape. Matty Jim’s photographs capture the splendour and mystery of the natural environment. He also explores a broader inquiry into the universal relationship between humankind and mother earth. An integral aspect of his immersion is an involvement with local community. His greatest inspirations come from those who passionately dedicate their time to protect and advocate for the environment “Through this engagement and unity, we have access to the abundance of life’s essentials that nature has to offer, and a responsibility to protect it”
Following his gypsy heart and experiencing all of life’s contrasts, is for Matty Jim the most rewarding, humbling and necessary life long education. Motivated by his hope to create a cleaner world for future generations, his work portrays these contrasts of beauty and destruction. He aims to expose the threats against nature, to highlight the urgency for change and ultimately inspire others to take action in whatever capacity they can. Matty Jim Photography is determined to serve as a continual exchange of energy. This dedication to giving back and to also pay it forward has inspired Matty Jim to look beyond the standard transaction of an ordinary sale. Included in the sale of each MJP print is a commitment to pledge 20 minutes of clean up on behalf of each customer. This accumulated time is spent when Matty Jim Photography organises regular clean up days in various areas depending where the efforts are needed most. As environmentalists continue to be a guiding inspiration for Matty Jim, he endeavours to inspire others in the same way through his imagery.
